What is a credenza? Modern storage for the dining room and beyond.
How is a credenza different from a sideboard or buffet?
Truthfully, modern credenzas, sideboards, and buffets are all very similar in terms of the function they serve in the world of furniture. “Sideboard” and “buffet” are often used interchangeably, as they both describe narrower, taller storage cabinets that have flat tops where dishes or decor can be placed. Credenzas are different from sideboards and buffets in that they are generally wider and lower to the ground (many eschew feet to instead sit directly on the floor) and often have a larger variety of storage components to fit your needs.
What is the origin of the word “credenza”?
“Credenza” is an Italian word that translates to “credence” or “belief.” It’s thought to have been initially applied to the long, low cabinets of the Middle Ages which housed a royal or high-ranking family’s food before it was tested for poison. This is also the reason credenzas have a history of being used for dining room storage specifically.
Herman Miller Credenzas
Line File Credenza
Edel Credenza
Line Credenza
Herman Miller’s most iconic credenza, the Line Credenza is as stunning as it is functional. In keeping with traditional credenza design, the Line Credenza sits directly on the floor, although it has floor glides to account for any uneven surfaces. Built from solid walnut, oak, or painted ash, this storage cabinet is neutral in color, but louvered doors add to its striking appearance. These slatted doors provide the “lines” of the Line Credenza, a design that is extended around the sides of the cabinet. They also make it so that remote controls work with devices inside the credenza without needing to open the doors, contributing to a neat and sleek aesthetic. The large Line Credenza has eight internal storage cubbies and four doors, while the small Line Credenza has four storage cubbies, two drawers, and two doors. Both sizes have multiple cord escapes in their bottom panel, enabling you to store corded devices inside without disrupting the design silhouette.
